Current Job Opportunities

Consultant Psychiatrist to provide services for GUIDE’s Therapeutic Group Home for six Seriously Emotionally Disturbed (SED) adolescent males located in Fort Washington. This position requires 4-6 hours per month, including participation in monthly clinical team meetings at the group home site. Other services may be performed at the psychiatrist’s private office or group practice in a setting geographically convenient to the group home.

· At least two years post-residency experience in the practice of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

Send a letter of interest describing experience and qualifications for this position and curriculum vitae, to:

Case Management Supervisor (PT 16-20 HRS)

Summary Description: GUIDE Youth Services is seeking a Case Management Supervisor for its growing team of school-based case managers. The successful candidate will report to the Director of School-Based Social Services, and will be responsible for management of case management services delivery, which includes support, supervision, and evaluation of case managers’ activities.

Principal Responsibilities

Manages all aspects of services delivery for school-based case management services.
Supports case managers to identify resources to respond to clients’ social and economic needs (such as housing, legal assistance, employment, health care, mental health care, food, education, and others).
Provides case and administrative supervision to 6 case managers on a weekly basis in a combination of individual and group formats. Instills and maintains a high level of professionalism throughout program.
Supports case managers during crisis interventions.
Responsible for management of cases, including keeping confidentiality of services delivered and case files.
Responsible for monitoring the accuracy and timely records of all case management services provided in electronic database and paper charts.
Responsible for maintaining case managers’ minimum caseloads of 35 families at all times (or equivalent pro-rated number for part-time employees).
Responsible for monitoring the accuracy and timely submission of case management monthly reports.
Responsible for all aspects of personnel management including recruitment, selection, hiring, training, evaluation, and retention of school-based case managers. This includes supporting internal and external professional development opportunities for case managers.
Responsible for administrative duties such us approval of leave requests and timesheets.
Responsible for monitoring case management service evaluations done annually by the contract monitor.
Attends initiative-wide meetings as indicated
Collaborates with agency staff, school system employees/administrators and community partners in providing comprehensive care to all clients and their families.
Keeps the Director of School-Based Social Services informed of all activities, progress and challenges within the program.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work (B.S.W.) or related field and, if applicable, minimum level licensure in field of study for degree held
Prior supervisory or leadership responsibilities
Excellent management and collaboration skills
Must have own transportation
Must have flexibility to be able to attend evening events as needed
Must be able to work on Thursday mornings

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience supervising case managers and/or social services staff
Experience working within collaborative school-based models of service delivery
Prior experience/equivalent knowledge of immigrant populations & acculturation issues
Thorough knowledge of community resources in Montgomery County area
Bilingual (English/Spanish preferred, English/French also desirable)

Please submit resumes to GladysG@GUIDEProgram.org, fax to 240-683-6586 Attn: Gladys or mail to 620 E. Diamond Ave. Suite H, Gaithersburg, MD 20877 Attn: Gladys

COUNSELOR/THERAPISTS/LICENSED MENTAL HEALTH
PROFESSIONALS (FULL & PART-TIME)
Provide counseling, psychotherapy, and/or case management in a variety of settings (residential, nonresidential, clinic) and to a variety of client populations including (at risk youth and families, juvenile delinquents, mentally ill adults and youth, substance abusers). Most clinical services are provided from a cognitive and behavioral perspective and often require the use of non-traditional, assertive, and systems oriented work. Some positions require specialized training, licensure, and/or experience, e.g., in drug and alcohol treatment settings. The work typically requires some availability for evenings and/or weekend times as well as daytime availability. Clinicians are utilized in GUIDE projects located throughout the Washington/Baltimore metropolitan region. The positions most typically require a Master's degree and licensure as a mental health practitioner (LGSW, LGPC, LCSW-C, LCPC). Compensation may be by the hour or by salary and is competitive based on experience and previous training. Prior and existing vendorship status with managed care organizations and the Maryland Health Choice program is a plus.

DJS Intensive Intervention Program: Counselor

Provide individual, family and group counseling as well as, case management and outreach services to juvenile offenders and their families in Montgomery County.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (Include but not limited to the following):

Provide individual, family and group counseling.

Perform clinical activities through an advocacy approach with a strong emphasis on outreach to clients homes and other community sites.

Develop increasing knowledge base for working with juvenile offenders and juvenile justice system.

Provide screening, assessment, and service planning.

Prepare clinical reports on at least a monthly basis as directed by Program Director.

Provide crisis intervention including emergency beeper coverage.

Identify and maintain relationships with resources to aid in referral, networking and linkage on behalf of clients.

Prepare and maintain case records and additional items necessary to ensure quality and accountability.

Maintain appropriate level of training/continuing education in consultation with Program Director.

Provide both evening and weekend shift coverage.

Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

This position must be filled by and individual who meets or exceeds the following standards:

Possess a Master’s degree in psychology, social work or counseling and MUST possess a current license (LGPC, LCPC, LGSW, LCSW-C) in the state of Maryland.

Have experience providing counseling or social work services to youth and families.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read, analyze and interpret common psychological, social service, and mental health reports and documents. Ability to prepare professional documentation and reports, letters and otherwise to communicate in a highly professional manner.

Bilingual ability (English/Spanish) most desirable.

If interested in this position, please fax resumes to Dept 47 @ 240.683.6586.

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GROUP HOME THERAPIST

Date Posted July 17, 2007

GUIDE, a non profit, historical provider of residential youth care and treatment programs in the Washington, D.C. / Baltimore, MD region operates, among other services, various residential programs including community-based group homes. Youth are typically referred to these programs by state child welfare and juvenile justice authorities as well as local management boards and service coordination organizations. Youth who are referred to these programs often present an array of behavioral and adjustment problems that may include substance abuse, delinquency, emotional and psychiatric disorders, educational deficits, social, and family problems. Expansion of programs is being considered in the Baltimore area which may require qualified program clinicians and therapists.

This is a full-time position for a licensed mental health professional. While license-eligible individuals may be interviewed, candidates must possess at least a LGSW or LGPC in Maryland before starting. Successful candidates will provide clinical services to adolescents aged 13-18 who are emotionally and behaviorally challenged, and work as part of a dedicated and caring interdisciplinary team in a supportive work environment. This is a great opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of troubled and at-risk youth. Duties will include providing individual, group and family therapy, participating in admission screening, discharge planning, and individual treatment plan (ITP) development in collaboration with the interdisciplinary treatment team, and overseeing the implementation of the ITP by residential staff. The Therapist offers clinical consultation to the program, as well as training in clinical issues to group home staff. He/she will provide linkages to community resources, advocate for youths’ educational needs, and participate in creative program development and revision. The Therapist also serves as Assistant Program Director, assuming administrative duties in the absence of the Program Director, and as otherwise needed.

Experience working with emotionally and behaviorally challenged adolescents is required. A good driving record is also required. Clinical supervision by senior staff (who are approved to provide supervision toward licensure) is available. Flexible schedule, with some evening hours required. Competitive Salary and Benefits, along with Signing & Longevity Incentives. Benefits include: Dental and health care plan; tax deferred retirement plan (403B); disability and life insurance; clinical supervision toward licensure (LCSW-C or LCPC); reimbursement for training hours toward CEU requirements. To apply, please send a resume and letter of introduction (include salary expectations) to: ScottB@GuideProgram.org or MHTH, GUIDE, 8643 Cherry La, Laurel, MD 20707.

Qualifications: The Group Home Manager must have a Bachelor=s degree from a recognized and accredited college or university and at least two years of experience working with the severely and persistently mentally ill in a residential setting. In addition, he/she must possess at least one year of supervisory experience and a valid driver=s license with no more that two points.

The Group Home Manager reports directly to the Group Homes Coordinator.

Duties: The Group Home Manager will be responsible for supervising the residential staff and ensuring that direct care services be performed with residents. The Group Home Manager will be responsible for conducting his/her job in conformity with the Policies and Procedures of the GUIDE Independence Program, as well as all relevant state and county regulations, and all recognized professional ethical standards.

Specific duties shall include, but are not limited to:

1. Interviewing, hiring, and firing (with approval of Group Homes Coordinator) residential group home staff.

2. Scheduling, monitoring, training, and supervising residential staff.

3. Monitoring the homes for cleanliness, maintenance needs, safety, and furnishings on a daily basis, and reporting necessary issues to the Group Homes Coordinator.

4. Assisting residents with activities of daily living and performing psychiatric rehabilitation services, as described in each resident=s Individual Rehabilitation Plan and entering Contact Notes for each service.

5. Conducting weekly meetings with residents to discuss their concerns.

6. Attending bi- weekly staff meetings.

7. Ensuring all scheduled activities and individual resident appointments are completed.

8. Organizing and arranging recreational activities for residents.

9. Maintaining a petty cash fund, collecting receipts, and monitoring the proper usage of petty cash.

10. Collecting staff time sheets, reviewing them for accuracy, and forwarding time sheets to the Group Homes Coordinator.

11. Monitoring the completion of all required documentation (i.e., contact notes, the daily log book, recreation log, visitation log, AA/NA attendance log, deployment sheets, service verification forms, etc.).

12. Ensuring that any scheduled urine screening samples are collected.

13. Purchasing or ordering supplies for residents, and staff, as needed.

14. Coordinating the completion of all fire drills.

15. Carrying a pager at all times, responding to pages from staff, instructing staff as to how to respond to the situation at hand, or contacting the other on-call staff member, as necessary, according to the protocol outlined in the Policy and Procedures Manual.

16. Creating a safe, supportive environment in which residents can learn the skills, they need to function independently.

17. Other duties as assigned.

For more information please visit www.GUIDEProgram.org. To apply, please e-mail/fax a resume and letter of introduction to: WaynettW@GuideProgram.org /301-577-1756 Attn: Re: Group Home Manager Position

Background: GUIDE is seeking licensed mental health professionals (Full-Time and Half-Time) to serve as a juvenile justice Family Intervention Specialists (FIS). FIS personnel serve as team members in the Intensive Aftercare Unit of the Department of Juvenile Services located in Largo, Maryland. FIS workers provide psychosocial assessments and treatment planning; individual, group, and family counseling/therapy; crisis intervention; case consultation; and, information and referral.

Compensation, Benefits, & Supervision: Salary and benefits are extremely competitive. Salaried employees receive paid vacation and sick leave, special circumstance leave, and holidays off; may be eligible to participate in the agency’s health insurance and retirement programs; and, may be eligible to be enrolled in 100% agency-sponsored disability (short-term and long-term)/life insurance programs. Clinical supervision as part of the employment agreement that meets required State of Maryland licensing standards is provided if needed.

Qualifications & Required Credentials: FIS workers will possess a masters degree and have a minimum of two years of experience providing services to delinquent and/or delinquent-prone children who evidence disorders of conduct, opposition, and other mental health problems often associated with this population. FIS personnel must be licensed mental health professionals in Maryland (i.e., LGSW, LCSW-C, LGPC or LCPC). FIS workers should be skilled particularly in areas of family assessment, group and individual counseling, and case management, with a good understanding of community resources. An understanding of particular issues associated with the abuse of alcohol and other drugs will be important. FIS workers will demonstrate both verbal and writing skills (bilingual English/Spanish skills a plus), and be able to function as flexible team members who can work in demanding situations often with a fair degree of pressure related to time, environment, and case challenges. FIS workers will be open to a flexible schedule that may require some participation in evening, weekend, and holiday emergency on-call work. FIS workers must be capable of working a flexible schedule that will require some hours outside of regular office hours. Use of their automobile in the job is required, and FIS workers will need to possess a valid driver’s license, automobile insurance, and a safe driving record in order to be employed. FIS workers will need to appreciate the value of aggressive outreach and community availability and will be required to provide services in client homes and other community settings, as well as in a regular office venue.

Application Process: Resumes plus a letter of introduction and interest may be sent by email/ Fax to JamesG@GuideProgram.org / 301-549-3605 (the subject must contain: JJ/FIS); or snail mail (GUIDE: JJ/FIS, 8643 Cherry Lane, Laurel, Maryland 20707). A standard GUIDE Application will be required at the time of interview.

Full time Rehabilitation Specialist position available to work with a caseload of twelve adults with severe mental illness in a residential psychiatric rehabilitation program located in New Carrollton, MD. The Independence Program=s objective is to facilitate the development of independent living and social skills, and to support adult men in maintaining positive community integration in both apartment and group home settings. The Rehabilitation Specialist must be a caring and motivated individual. This position is responsible for implementing treatment plans and maintaining progress notes, coordinating community services, crisis intervention, and application and maintenance of federal and state benefits. A Master=s degree or Bachelor=s degree with experience in mental health services, and excellent communication, organization and writing skills are required. Salary is $28,000 plus benefits. Please send cover letter and resume attention Karyn B. to 5508 Karen Elaine Dr. #824, New Carrollton, MD 20784 or fax to 301-577-5902.

Qualifications: The Rehabilitation Specialist shall have a Master’s degree in the human services field or a Bachelor’s degree and at least two years of post-bachelor’s experience in the mental health field, which includes experience with medication monitoring, and client entitlements. Supervision toward Licensure available. The Rehabilitation Specialist must possess excellent organization skills with an emphasis on attention to detail. He/she should also have strong interpersonal skills, written and oral communication skills, and have an empathic and understanding attitude toward mentally ill clients. He/she will possess a valid driver’s license with no more than two points. The Rehabilitation Specialist reports directly to the Rehabilitation Director.

Duties: The Rehabilitation Specialist is responsible for the general areas of case coordination, resident entitlements, medication, health care, monthly progress notes, advocacy, and the development of community resources.

Specific duties include, but are not limited to:

1. Coordinating all aspects of residents’ care through communicating with mental health clinics, day programs, family members, somatic doctors and other providers. management. Participating in interagency meetings with other providers serving GUIDE consumers to coordinate services and address consumer issues

2. Monitoring residents’ progress and functioning through weekly meetings with each individual.

3. Assisting residents in applying for and maintaining all monetary and health insurance benefits to which they are entitled through Department of Social Services, Social Security Administration, and insurance companies. Assisting residents with money management.

4. Crisis intervention.

5. Linking residents to needed community services, including day program or other daytime activity, and developing community resources for the benefit of the Program and individual residents.

6. Setting up resident medical, dental, and psychiatric appointments, and maintaining a monthly appointments calendar.

7. Writing monthly progress notes.

8. Ensuring availability of resident medications. Preparing monthly Daily Medication Records for all residents; and collecting medicine co-pays from residents.

9. Compiling, updating, and maintaining Client Data Files in accordance with all relevant COMAR regulations.

10. Attending bi-weekly staff meetings and providing input regarding treatment issues.

For more information please visit www.GUIDEProgram.org. To apply, please e-mail/fax a resume and letter of introduction to: AmyW@GuideProgram.org /301-577-5902 Attn: Re: Rehabilitation Specialist

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RESIDENTIAL COUNSELOR
P/T counselor positions available for overnight, weekend and afternoon shifts working with young adults with moderate to severe mental illness in a residential psychiatric rehabilitation program in Gaithersburg, MD. The Independence Program is looking for motivated and caring individuals to assist residents with developing independent living skills, social and vocational skills, as well as helping them to better appointments. A Bachelor's degree in the Human Services field or Psychology, excellent communication and writing ability, plus a good driving record are required. Wage DOE. Please fax cover letter and resume to ATTN: Marcy 301-947-4378, or you may email them to: marcyb@guideprogram.org

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RESIDENTIAL SPECIALIST - TGH
(P/T) Residential Counselor positions available in a Therapeutic Group Home in Baltimore City. Make a difference in the lives of six teen-aged boys. Provide supervision, guidance, and training in the skills of daily living. Help to foster a nurturing, therapeutic milieu in which positive changes can take place in the lives of young men. GUIDE Therapeutic Group Home is an intensive, structured program providing 24-hour supervision, intensive clinical services, recreation and leisure activities, and opportunities for community service. Candidates for the position must have experience working with adolescents with emotional and behavioral disorders. Maturity and an enjoyment in youth work is a must. BA or equivalent degree required. The position offers flexible hours. Starting pay is $11.33 per hour with potential raises to $12.36 in first year of employment. E-mail resumes to jcarberry@guideprogram.org or Fax resumes to 410-367-2833.

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RESIDENTIAL SPECIALIST (FULL & PART-TIME)
Provide direct services to mentally ill adults or transitional age (18 to 24 years) youth, typically in residential settings including group homes and independent living apartments. Duties involve providing psychiatric rehabilitation services; medication monitoring; support to daily living activities; assistance in transportation; and assisting in recreational and cultural activities. Maturity and an enjoyment in working with adult consumers of the public mental health system is a requirement. Available shifts may include evening, overnight, daytime or weekend shifts. Residential Specialists are utilized in programs located in Prince George's and Montgomery Counties. The position typically requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent. Compensation may be by the hour or in some instances by salary and is competitive based on experience and previous training.

Part time shifts available assisting adults with mental illness with developing independent living skills, accompanying clients to appointments, and monitoring for medication compliance. BA in Mental Health, excellent communication and writing skills, and a good driving record required. Salary low 20K. Send resumes to Waynett W. at 5508 Karen Elaine Dr. #824, New Carrollton, MD 20784 or fax to 301-577-1756.

Qualifications: The Residential Supervisor will possess a Bachelor’s degree and experience in working with adolescents in a residential setting. The position of Residential Supervisor will require skills in supervision of staff in a residential setting. The Residential Supervisor must also possess the ability to withstand the physical work and pressure of caring for a group of active often aggressive youth, and to be flexible and willing to learn new ways of dealing with situations.

Duties

Reporting directly to the shelter Program Director
Contacting appropriate administrative personnel regarding problems including unusual admission decisions, emergency discharge, shift incidents, or personnel shortages
Handling medical emergencies
Handling shift change conferences
Screening initial job applicants
Conducting initial interviews of prospective child care staff
Providing potential employees with employment application and related documents
Ensuring completeness of employment documents
Developing personnel files
Calling for employment references of new counselors
Scheduling youth counselors
Conducting 12-session new counselor training programs.
Supervising shifts when on duty
Reviewing employee time sheets to verify hours worked each pay period
Maintaining leave records, including sick/personal, vacation and compensatory leave
Checking house checklist and initialing work orders
Checking overnight Time cards
Fulfilling child care duties
Other duties as assigned by the Program Director

For more information please visit www.GUIDEProgram.org. To apply, please e-mail/fax a resume and letter of introduction to: JoanJ@GuideProgram.org /410-747-5221 Attn: Re: Residential Supervisor

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School-Based Case Manager

Job Duties

·        Provide case management services to parents/families with socio-economic needs such as housing, healthcare, employment assistance, food, clothing, education and other services

·        Collaborate with families to create an individualized family service plan for each case

·        Maintain accurate and timely records in electronic database and chart of all services provided

·        Function as part of both school and agency-based teams

·        Collaborate with Site Coordinator, Mental Health Counselor, school staff and community partners in providing comprehensive care

Maintain a minimum caseload of 35 families at all times

Attend required agency individual/group supervision, staff meetings and trainings

Staff at least one weekend outreach booth shift per year

Minimum Requirements

·        Bachelor’s degree in Social Work (B.S.W.) or related field

·        Prior experience serving parents/families in need (internship experience considered)

·        Team player with excellent collaboration skills

·        Must have own transportation

·        Must have flexibility to be able to work at least one evening per week as needed



Preferred Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

·        Bilingual (English/Spanish or English/French preferred)

·        Experience working within collaborative school-based models of service delivery

·        Prior experience/equivalent knowledge of immigrant populations & acculturation issues

·        Thorough knowledge of community resources in Montgomery County area



*Please submit resumes to GladysG@GUIDEProgram.org, fax to 240-683-6586 Attn: Gladys or mail to 620 E. Diamond Ave. Suite H, Gaithersburg, MD 20877 Attn: Gladys

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School-Based Community Service Aid (PT – 20hrs/wk)

Job Duties

·        Work as part of elementary school-based health center team

·        Assist Case Manager in helping families with economic and/or social needs connect with housing, healthcare, employment assistance, food, clothing, education and other services (i.e., assist with transportation needs, filling out applications, translation services if indicated, etc.)

·        Maintain accurate and timely records of all services provided in electronic and paper charts

·        Assist Site Coordinator with psycho-educational, recreational and literacy programming for parents and families as appropriate

·        Function as part of both school and agency-based teams

·        Collaborate with Site Coordinator, Case Manager, Mental Health Counselor, health center, school staff and community partners in providing comprehensive care

·        Attend agency supervision and required trainings/retreats

·        Staff at least 1 agency weekend outreach booth per year

Minimum Requirements

·        Must be at least 21 years old

·        Must have own transportation

·        Must be comfortable using a computer for data entry, e-mail and word processing

·        Good organizational and office skills (answering phones, filing, copying, faxing)

·        Strong interest in working with people with different beliefs, religions and cultures

Preferred Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

·        Bilingual (English/Spanish or English/French)

·        Prior experience/equivalent knowledge of immigrant populations & acculturation issues

·        Self-motivated/like to work independently

·        Knowledge of community resources in Montgomery County

*Please submit resumes to GladysG@GUIDEProgram.org, fax to 240-683-6586 Attn: Gladys or mail to 620 E. Diamond Ave. Suite H, Gaithersburg, MD 20877 Attn: Gladys

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School-Based Mental Health Counselor

The Linkages to Learning Program, sponsored by GUIDE Program, strives to be a model school based mental health program. We are seeking dedicated child psychotherapists who are passionate about clinical work, committed to maintaining a supportive work environment, and who possess the flexibility and creativity necessary to provide school mental health services. The following lists the duties of a School-Based Mental Health Counselor:

Completes psychosocial and diagnostic assessments of youth in elementary, middle, or high school setting (depending upon position).

Offers individual and family therapy to students and students’ families.

Provides consultation services to parents, teachers, school counselors, and school administrators.

Leads or co-leads psychoeducational groups.

Reviews school records to monitor student performance.

Attends and provides consultation at school meetings.

Offers crisis intervention services.

Makes presentations to school faculty on mental health issues and treatments.

May supervise interns from partnering universities.

May provide school wide screening for mental health issues using brief assessment instruments.

Documents provision of services according to GUIDE Program and COMAR requirements.

Completes all necessary paperwork and reports required for billing and statistical purposes.

Attends all meetings required by GUIDE to insure quality services and professional development.

Position Requirements

Graduation from a recognized program in clinical social work, mental health        counseling, clinical psychology, clinical art/music therapy, or psychiatric nursing that provided a solid grounding in mental health treatment.

Completion of a clinical internship with children or adolescents that grounded the   applicant in child-oriented treatment techniques, such as play therapy, art therapy, or child cognitive-behavioral therapy.

Possession of a Maryland license to practice psychotherapy at the time of interview.

References from past supervisors who can verify that the applicant is passionate about clinical work with children and works well with colleagues.

Prefer prior school based experience and applicants who are interested in supervising interns.

Highly appreciate bilingual applicants, especially those who can conduct treatment   in Spanish or other critical languages.

To apply, please e-mail/fax a resume and letter of introduction to: 240-683-6586/ LarryE@GuideProgram.org Attn: School-Based Mental Health Counselor.

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School-Based Site Coordinator

Job Duties

·        Community Outreach

·        Conducts needs assessments plans/coordinates outreach, prevention programming and other support services for families within school-community environment

·        According to results of needs assessments, coordinates psycho-educational, recreational and/or literacy programming in the form of classes, workshops or ongoing groups (on topics such as acculturation, parenting, English as a second language, computer skills, health education, and/or others)

·        Plans and implements special events such as clothing drives or summer family events

·        Conducts resource development in order to identify additional community partners or resources

·        Public speaking

·        Provides information/referral services

·        Collaborative Responsibilities

·        Coordinates provider/school personnel team meetings at site

·        Coordinates with therapist, case manager, school staff and community partners in providing comprehensive care

·        Serves as liaison between school, community, local businesses/donors and county-wide network of services

·        Administrative

·        Office Management (includes maintaining office equipment/supplies)

·        Manages and tracks client assistance/flex funds budget

·        Recruits, selects, trains and supervises volunteers

·        Orients new staff to site procedures

·        Monitors attendance at activities

·        Attends weekly agency supervision

·        Attends required agency and initiative-wide meetings, trainings and retreats

·        Staffs at least one weekend agency outreach booth shift per year

Minimum Requirements

·        Bachelor’s degree in related field

·        Excellent leadership and collaboration skills

·        Desire to work with diverse array of families and professionals

·        Related experience (internship experience considered)

·        Must have own transportation and be available to work up to 2 evenings per week

Preferred Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

·        Bilingual (English/Spanish)

·        Experience working within collaborative school-based models of service delivery

·        Prior experience/equivalent knowledge of immigrant populations & acculturation issues

·        Thorough knowledge of community resources in Montgomery County

*Please forward resumes to GladysG@GUIDEProgam.org, fax to 240-683-6586 Attn: Gladys, or mail to 620 E. Diamond Ave. Suite H, Gaithersburg, MD 20877 Attn: Gladys.

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Site Director-SHARP Suspension Program

Summary Description: GUIDE Youth Services is seeking a Site Director for its SHARP Suspension Program. The successful candidate will report to the Director of the SHARP Program, and will be responsible for the implementation of the mission, goals and objectives of the SHARP program at their designated site.

Principal Responsibilities

·        Assumes all daily supervisory responsibilities for the site.

·        Recruits, trains, schedules and supervises volunteers. Assesses on-going training needs of volunteers. Site Director will interview and orient new volunteers, which includes conducting an orientation training session for volunteers. Assures that all required documents pertaining to volunteers are sent to the GUIDE Business Office and the Program Director.

·        Schedules volunteers for coverage or assigns Volunteer Coordinator to do so.

·        Conducts volunteer meetings 1x per month to assure for up-to-date programmatic information and support. Volunteer meetings may also be utilized for training opportunities for the volunteers conducted by the Site Director, Program Director, or another professional facilitator.

·        Develops relationships and maintains frequent contact with administrators and other key staff from schools served by the site. This may include providing presentations to school staff, PTSA and related community groups regarding the SHARP Program.

·        Provides written and oral feedback to school personnel regarding the student’s behavior while in the program.

·        Provides referrals for students and their families to school or community-based programs as needed or requested. Provides follow-up on the referrals to assess follow through of students and families.

·        Maintains records of outreach, speaking engagements, donations, and incidents and submits them to the SHARP Program Director.

·        Meets with the site Board of Directors or site host representative as indicated.

·        Collects and maintains data and submits monthly reports to the Program Director.

·        Attends regular staff meetings, trainings and community meetings required by the Program Director.

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